Bicalpro 50mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is bicalpro 50mg tablet used for?
Bicalpro 50mg Tablet contains Bicalutamide, a non-steroidal anti-androgen used to treat prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effects of testosterone on prostate cancer cells, slowing tumor growth. It is often used in combination with other treatments like LHRH agonists.
- Generic Name: Bicalutamide
- Manufacturer: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ bicalpro 50mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Treatment of prostate cancer (metastatic and locally advanced).
Off-label uses: Hirsutism, male pattern baldness (not FDA approved).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Bicalutamide |
| Brand Name | Ablu |
| Manufacturer | Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Androgen receptor antagonist |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Non-steroidal antiandrogen; competitively inhibits androgen binding to androgen receptors.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take bicalpro 50mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of bicalpro 50mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Hot flashes
- Gynecomastia
- Breast pain
- Asthenia
- Constipation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Interstitial pneumonitis
- QT prolongation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Photosensitivity
- Angioedema
- Pancreatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| CYP3A4 substrates | Moderate | Altered metabolism of other drugs |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- CYP3A4 substrates
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Grapefruit juice
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, pregnancy, women of childbearing potential.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
PSA levels, liver function tests, serum testosterone.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in animal milk.
๐ Overdose Management
No specific antidote; supportive care.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.